Tewkesbury - Festival of the Arts

This annual 10-day festival takes place in late September. Events cover all aspects of the arts, including musical concerts, dance and theatrical performances and visual arts exhibitions. The repertoire includes both classical and contemporary works, making the festival accessible to everyone.

The highlight of the festival is the Dickens Day parade which takes place on the last Saturday of the Festival. Town residents and visitors are invited to dress in Victorian costume for a day of entertainment paying tribute to one of England's most famous writers.